Lot 313
A Portuguese beaker by Antonio Firmo da Costa, circa 1800, of plain tapering form, engraved with...
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Lot 313
A Portuguese beaker by Antonio Firmo da Costa, circa 1800, of plain tapering form, engraved with...
Lot 313
Lot Description
A Portuguese beaker by Antonio Firmo da Costa, circa 1800, of plain tapering form, engraved with a crest of an arm embowed holding three arrows, above the inscription 'R.G.Q 3.' Stamped to the underside with the maker's mark AFC for Antonio Firmo da Costa and a crowned L for Lisbon. Height measuring 3 1/2 inches (9 cm), weight 6.2 ozt (193 grams).
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
The lot displays general surface scratches, marks, wear and tarnishing commensurate with the age and use. The circular form a little misshapen. Two dents to the bottom rim, minor dints to the body. Discolouration and debris to the interior. Definition to the crest has rubbed a little. Small acid test to the underside. Maker's mark clear to the underside, Lisbon mark partly rubbed.
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